A Day in the Life of a Locksmith in the Scottish Borders | Hirst Locksmiths
- Danny - Hirst Locksmiths Galashiels

- Aug 19
- 2 min read
A Day in the Life of a Locksmith in the Scottish Borders
Some jobs take just a few tools… and sometimes a little more time than expected! 🛠️
My last job of the day in St Boswells (TD6) was a gate lock replacement. What I thought would be a quick 10-minute job ended up taking almost an hour. That’s the beauty of locksmithing – no two jobs are ever the same, and it always keeps me on my toes!
Earlier in the day, I was busy across the Borders:
🔧 Walkerburn – window handle replacement
🔧 Melrose – measuring up for new locks at a commercial property
🔧 St Boswells – quick emergency lockout call
It was a full day of helping local customers secure their homes and businesses, and that’s what I love most about this job.
Why Choose Hirst Locksmiths?
✅ No VAT charge
✅ No call-out fees
✅ Fully insured & DBS checked
✅ Friendly, professional service
✅ Local and veteran-owned
Whether you need a lock repaired, a window handle replaced, or emergency locksmith services, I cover Earlston, Melrose, St Boswells, Walkerburn, Galashiels, Hawick, Selkirk, Galashiels, Duns and all surrounding areas in the Scottish Borders.
FAQs
Q: Do you charge a call-out fee?
A: No, I never charge call-out fees. You only pay for the work needed.
Q: Are you local to the Scottish Borders?
A: Yes! Hirst Locksmiths is based in Earlston, Scottish Borders, TD4 6ET, and I cover all nearby towns and villages.
Q: What if I’m locked out late at night?
A: I offer an emergency locksmith service – just call or message and I’ll help you get back inside safely.
Q: Do you provide locksmith services for businesses as well as homes?
A: Absolutely. From commercial lock fitting in Melrose to residential call-outs in St Boswells, I provide locksmith services for both domestic and commercial customers across the whole of the Scottish Borders!
Contact Hirst Locksmiths
📞 Call/Text/WhatsApp: 07399 574282
📧 Email: hirstlocksmiths@gmail.com
🌐 Website: www.hirstlocksmiths.co.uk
Danny Hirst – Hirst Locksmiths
Earlston, Scottish Borders, TD4 6ET
Fully insured | DBS checked | Veteran-owned












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